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How do we know what time it is? In this episode, we illuminate the ancient roots of our modern systems of time. We investigate calendar systems, months, the days of the week, and much more! Discover human history with th

Hosted by Shawn · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 36 episodes
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After 5 years of being off the air, the Past for Plebs podcast is proud to announce its triumphant return! The Past for Plebs is a podcast for history fans of all backgrounds! We are dedicated to discussing human history and the past. Each episode covers a specific topic or theme from world history. From ancient civilizations to current events. Hosted by your history teacher, Shawn!
Shawn hosts Past for Plebs, a history show with 36 episodes published.

How do we know what time it is? In this episode, we illuminate the ancient roots of our modern systems of time. We investigate calendar systems, months, the days of the week, and much more! Discover human history with th

What is archeology and why is it important? In this episode, we uncover the discipline of archeology and its history. Discover human history with the Past for Plebs with original podcasts released weekly and presented by

Is world history too big a topic to teach? In this episode, we analyze the challenges that come with trying to teach the history of the world, and we look at the history and evolution of America's education system. Disco

How do we know what happened in the past? In this episode, we discuss the usefulness of primary and secondary sources by looking at the benefits and limitations of both. Discover human history with the Past for Plebs wit

This episode is a movie review of the 2023 Hollywood film Napoleon. We discuss the film in detail and rate the movie. SPOILER WARNINGS! Discover human history with the Past for Plebs with original podcasts released weekl

In this episode, we look at Napoleon's influence on the Americas including Haiti, Mexico, and the United States as the two continents are closely tied together. Discover human history with the Past for Plebs with origina

This is a special Valentine's Day episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we learn more about Josephine and Napoleon and their romantic relationship. Discover human history with the Past for

This is our ninth episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, Napoleon was finally defeated by the Allied forces in France. Napoleon's downfall is complete, and the Monarchy is restored under Kin

This is our eighth episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, Napoleon rebounds from his failures in Russia and fights the War of the 6th Coalition against France. Will his empire outlast his mi

This is our seventh episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we follow Napoleon on his campaign into Russia, and the costly march back. Could this be the major blow the Allies needed to defeat

This is our sixth episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we see Napoleon's power begin to shake as he struggles to keep Europe under his control. Discover human history with the Past for Ple

This is our fifth episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we follow Napoleon's Grand Armee through their victories at Austerlitz, Jena, and Friedland as the corps system is put to the test ag

This is our fourth episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we learn more about Napoleon as a reformer, and we see how his upbringing during the time of the Enlightenment influenced his polici

This is our third episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we journey to Italy and Egypt with Napoleon to see how he turns his military genius into a political weapon for France, eventually cr

This is our second episode on the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. In this episode, we follow Napoleon's first battle at Toulon, and his use of grapeshot to quell the rebellion during the 13 Vendemiaire. Discover hum

In this episode, Shawn sets the stage for Napoleon's rise to prominence in France. The French Revolution has many causes, and we work through some of the primary causes that plunged Europe into crisis during the 1790s. D

This is the final episode in our pre-Columbian series on life in Mesoamerica. Our host Shawn reveals his lessons on Mesoamerica and the inner workings of using historical inquiry to help guide students through the Americ

This is the ninth episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in Mesoamerica. Our host, Shawn, discusses the motivation behind the Spanish arrival in Mexico, and we introduce a key character to the story--Hernan Cortes.

This is the tenth episode in our Pre-Colombian series on life in Mesoamerica. We continue our story of the Aztecs and the Spanish with some new characters. Find out how a local woman became the most important interpreter

This is the eighth episode in our Pre-Columbian series on life in the Americas before the European arrival. In this episode, Shawn introduces Montezuma II, the king of the Aztec Empire. Discover human history with the Pa
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